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Flashing Install Done Wrong This skylight replacement was prompted by a small leak we discovered to be the result of a faulty installation. Flashing on skylights that are this close together require special methods and materials for install…
Same Old Skylight Skylight Specialists was called to a home in the Colorado Springs area to replace a skylight that can found all across the state. This old curb-mounted dome skylight had seen its fair share of seasons since the original installation on the home in the 1980s and was …
Re-Framing the Opening This project took some careful reconstruction before the replacement could be completed. The existing skylight was a somewhat custom installation and didn’t leave many options for replacement once the glass seals failed, which is exactly the reason this customer called us about. One of the most common …
Poorly designed or installed flashing creates leaks. This home has two identical skylights on the roof and one has been leaking. Caulking has been used in an attempt to stop the leak without solving the problem. And that problem is the flashing at the head of the skylight. Problems are …
Glare is all about contrast and is caused by unequal light distribution. Types of glare. Skylights can reduce glare by providing more equal light distribution. How to reduce glare from skylights More on Glare
Aging acrylic skylights are at risk of cracking or breaking. Over time, acrylic materials lose the compounds that make them flexible, thus becoming brittle and susceptible to cracking and breaking. In Colorado, where summer hail storms are common, brittle skylights are a real problem. Don’t make this mistake. More on …
Increasing Energy Efficiency Will Save You Money Everyday! Poorly designed and cheaply made skylights may save a few dollars at installation, but the money you save can be lost in a few years of wasted energy. We suggest you watch for the Energy Star label. Heat Gain Heat Loss UV …
The skylights themselves may not be the culprit! If a skylight is mounted properly and sealed to its curb per the manufacturer’s instructions, it is very unlikely that it will leak. Condensation—A drip, not a leak: Flashing leaks: Skylight leaks: More on Leaks
